2005 Citroen C vs. 2002 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen C and 2002 Citroen C3 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2002 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
